Vertical Smile

If you like curved toys or body parts, then you will totally understand the kind of pleasure this dildo can offer. It's not the kind of angle that's going to hammer on your g-spot and force you into a fast orgasm. It's more of a soft knock-knock-knock and a whispered "let me in." If you listen long enough, you'll find that this softly curved dildo will have you smiling all over.

This pretty, pretty g-spot dildo is a delight if you enjoy g-spot stimulation or if you like to have something inside you for clit or other stimulation play.

It works really well if you're already a bit warmed up, but can also be used as a warm-up toy if you use gentle pressure of the head in a circular motion. This toy can be warmed up or cooled down for an extra bit of sensation play (just be careful not to get it TOO hot or cold -- I left it in the fridge for a bit, which made it nice and icy, and then ran warm water over it for a warmer sensation).

The length of the toy means that you or a partner can have lots of control for circular motions and thrusts, and makes for lots of maneuverability while aiming for the g-spot. Although the toy doesn't have an intense g-spot angle or especially large head, it still gives a lot of g-spot stimulation, due to the curved shape and the rounded tip.

The only caution I have is to go slow and make sure you're communicating. At 7.5 inches, this toy has a lot of length to it, and full insertion isn't going to be comfortable for everyone.

For years, I've loved pyrex glass in my kitchen, but it's only recently that I've come to love it in the bedroom as well. Not surprisingly, the reasons I love it are the same in both places -- it's sturdy, easy to clean, easy to use, holds temperatures well, and it looks stunning.

This pyrex glass dildo offers a smooth texture, is made from solid glass, and features an eye-catching, hypnotic blue swirl. The sensation that it offers, because of the heft and smoothness of the glass, is one of soft fullness.

The other thing I love about glass? It's completely odorless. No funky plastic or rubber smells, now or ever. Delight.

One of the reasons that I love this dildo so much IS because of the shape. I've always loved cocks that have that lovely "vertical smile" shape to them, and this toy mimics the best of those. It doesn't have the crazy angle and thickness that some g-spot toys have, and I actually prefer the slightly lazier curve and the smaller diameter (about 1") of this one. Despite the fact that it's glass (a pretty non-realistic material), this toy actually feels surprisingly like the real thing when it's inside.

My single complaint is with the hand-held end of the toy -- there's a circular base, but it's pretty small and that doesn't leave a lot of room to hold onto it and maneuver it when you're thrusting. It's especially hard if the dildo is fully inserted and/or if you're attempting to do it yourself. I would have liked to see a little more in the way of a "handle," just for usability, even though I know that could take away from the aesthetics of the toy as a whole.

It's definitely small enough to travel well, and it comes in a pretty, padded bag so that you can take it with you without worrying about breakage.

To me, this is the kind of toy whose performance depends on two things:
1. Shape
and
2. User

The shape, as I mentioned above, works pretty well for me (other than the base). This, however, probably depends on your body size and your personal desires. If you like something that has a strong bend, a rough texture or a larger g-spot bulb, then this toy might not work as well for you.

The user, of course, is also completely subjective. I found that I wasn't as good with this toy by myself. I don't have the reach to give it the proper thrusting angle and speed that I most like. In someone else's hands, however, it was really easy to get all the positions, people and toys into alignment. For me, this toy works best when I'm on my back, the curve angled upward. Doggy style wasn't bad, but took a bit more maneuvering.

With any toy, but especially a glass toy with a curve in it, I think the most important element of performance is communication with your partner. Talking about speed, angle, temperature, etc. throughout the process can be really beneficial to your pleasure.

Again, glass is SO easy to care for. Throw it in the dishwasher, boil it, wash it with soap and water, bleach it.... any of the above and you're ready to start playing again.

The bag that comes with it is especially nice. Lightly padded for protection, and with a drawstring so it won't fall out. The bag not only protects the toy, it makes it easy to find in the toy drawer as well.

Of course, don't drop the damn thing. It's hefty and solid, but it's still glass, and you'll be sad if it's in a bunch of pieces on the floor.

Easy to clean

Easy to store

Follow-up commentaryI've started to like it more2 months after original review

Have I gushed over this toy enough? Probably not. Definitely not. It is, in a single word, awesome. The curve, the feel, the way the temperature changes for a different experience each time, the gorgeous swirl of it. Quality, quality, quality.

The only thing I still don't like is the very end -- would like more of a 'handle', but that can easily be overlooked in light of all its other great assets. Such a lovely, sexy, useful toy. The whole package.

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